Dan Grosvenor

Mechanical Field Service Engineer – Heavy Industry Essex Circa £40,000 + overtime + van + laptop+ phone

 

Introduction…

We are actively recruiting for a Mechanical Field Service Engineer to join a leading serving company who operate within various sectors including Power Stations, CHP Plants, Utilities, FMCG, Petrochemical and many more to deliver maintenance, resources, technical support and repairs.

This is a field based position covering Essex and South East parts of London. You may also be required to travel further afield within the UK as they grow their client base.

 

Role & Responsibilities

As a Mechanical Field Service Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Carrying out pre-planned and reactive maintenance on mechanical assets including turbines, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, etc.
• Providing engineering solutions when immediate spares aren't available (retrofitting, reverse engineering or modifying equipment)
• Working in line with maintenance techniques and best practices complying with Health and Safety regulations
• Respond to reactive maintenance call outs
• Maintaining accurate maintenance and inspection logs up to date
• Assist in outage planning, scheduling and coordination
• Supervising contracted labour when on site

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for a candidate with the following knowledge / qualifications:

• Time Served Apprenticeship in a Mechanical Engineering field
• Strong experience working with rotating equipment such as Steam Turbines, Gas Turbines and associated equipment
• Experience working in a heavy process environment such as a power station, refinery, chemical plant or paper mill.
• As this is a field based role, a full UK driving licence is a necessity

 

Salary & Benefits

What's on offer for this exciting role:

• Salary up to £40,000 (DOE)
• Overtime (1.5x)
• Company van + mobile + laptop
• Pension
• An opportunity to join a growing organisation

 

To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call Kyle Shinn on 02392 288 284 who can tell you more.

  Astute People’s Power Team are exclusively working with the South Clyde Energy Centre to recruit a full complement of Operations & Maintenance staff. The plant, currently under construction, is capable of processing up to 350,000 tonnes of waste per year, producing power for up to 70,000 homes. This new build Power Station is due to enter commercial operation by the end of 2026. Now is an ideal time to join the power station as you’ll be involved in full plant commissioning, training & mobilisation. We are looking for a Control & Instrumentation Technician to join the Maintenance Team on this brand new facility. As the C&I Technician you’ll be responsible for carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance across a variety of critical plant. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply.                        Responsibilities and duties: As the Control & Instrument Technician you will be responsible for:

• Fault finding, installing, maintaining and testing all control equipment as directed by the C&I Engineer
• Calibrations and loop checking of instruments
• Maintaining the continuous emission monitoring systems (CEMS)
• Assist in the development of plant modification and improvement work
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records using the site CMMS
• Supervising and directing on site contractors when required
• Assist in outage planning and coordination
• Recommending plant spares to the C&I Engineer
• Ensuring strict HSE compliance

      Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• A recognised qualification in electrical / electronic engineering at Level 3 (C&G, ONC, NVQ, SVQ) level or higher; other qualifications below this will be considered with extensive experience
• Ideally qualified with an IOSH or equivalent with an appreciation of workplace Health & Safety including knowledge of Safe Systems of Work, LOTO, Isolations, SOP's, RAMS would also be considered.
• Recognised Control & Instrumentation / Automation Apprenticeship

      Personal skills The Control & Instrument Technician would suit someone with:

• At least years maintenance experience with a range of equipment including DCS & PLC systems, Instrumentation (maintenance and calibration) which includes; Flow, Level, Pressure etc
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of CEMS (Continuous Emissions Monitoring equipment) and Environmental Permits
• Practical knowledge of process plant and equipment gained in an industry such as Power Generation, Petrochemical or Oil & Gas etc.
• Experience in leading a team of technicians in daily maintenance practices and procedures
• Involvement in plant mobilisation and commissioning is desirable but not essential

      Salary and benefits of the Control & Instrument Technician role

• Competitive salary
• Bonus Opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Training & professional development
• Opportunity to join a new build Energy from Waste plant

INDPOW  

Astute’s Power Team are partnered exclusively with a leading engineering consultancy, Rosa Engineering, who specialise in energy, chemicals, civil & infrastructure sectors. Their offerings include electrical, civil, and structural engineering, HV switching, and tailored technical training—delivered with a strong focus on safety, innovation, and compliance and can be delivered from their own workshop in Ferrybridge, Yorkshire or out on client sites.

Astute are supporting the recruitment of a HV/LV Electrical Trainer to join their growing team to meet customer needs in this busy sector. As a High Voltage Electrical Trainer, you will be an integral part of the team, maintaining and improving high voltage competency across their key sectors. You will be designing and delivering their excellent training programme that meets industry safety, technical and regulatory standards.

If you’re an Electrical Engineer with HV SAP experience with a passion for operational excellence, training and helping shape the future of the sector, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the High Voltage Trainer role You will be responsible for:

• Designing, develop and deliver a high quality HV training programme which includes SAP, AP, Electrical Awareness, Switch room Access and Safety Rules.
• Delivering training at the Rosa Engineering workshop and customer sites which can be across the UK.
• Facilitate dynamic, technically sound training sessions through a blend of classroom teaching, interactive desktop exercises, and practical hands-on activities.
• Help shape and evolve Rosa’s training programmes to reflect changing legislation, best practices, and client needs.
• Deliver exceptional customer service, monitor delegate feedback, and support strong Net Promoter Score (NPS) performance.
• Ensure all training materials meet industry regulations, including Electricity at Work, HSG85, and company-specific safety rules.
• Maintain and improve training tools and equipment, including simulators and assessment resources.
• Carry out and document risk assessments for all training activities, both in preparation and on-site.
• Stay informed on internal policies and legal responsibilities, such as manual handling, first aid, and working at height.
• Contribute to governance and safety forums, supporting continuous improvement and alignment with Rosa’s core values.
• Collaborate with the Customer Requirements team to develop tailored training proposals and deliver technical content.
• Provide accurate reports and performance metrics to the Training & Development Director as needed.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Ideally qualified with a degree in a relevant electrical engineering field.
• IOSH or NEBOSH
• Qualified as a Senior Authorised Person
• Full understanding of Electrical fundamentals & theory
• Any recognised training / leadership qualifications would be advantageous

Personal skills The HV Trainer role would suit someone who is:

• At least 5 years’ experience in an operational environment on a power station or similar industry setting with Supervisory experience. This could be Energy from Waste, Coal, CCGT, Biomass, CHP, Nuclear, COMAH sites etc
• Senior Marine Engineers with significant Electrical Engineering experience would be considered
• Excellent people skills
• Awareness of current standards, regulations, legislation and technical developments
• UK Driving License
• You must have full eligibility to work in the UK

Salary and benefits of the HV Trainer role

• Industry competitive salary up to £65,000 per year plus bonus
• Hybrid work pattern
• Further full company benefits

 

INDPOW

  Astute People’s Power Team are exclusively working with the South Clyde Energy Centre to recruit a full complement of Operations & Maintenance staff. The plant, currently under construction, is capable of processing up to 350,000 tonnes of waste per year, producing power for up to 70,000 homes. This new build Power Station is due to enter commercial operation by the end of 2026. Now is an ideal time to join the power station as you’ll be involved in full plant commissioning, training & mobilisation. We are looking for a Mechanical Technician to join the Maintenance Team on this brand new facility. As the Mechanical Maintenance Technician you’ll be responsible for carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance across a variety of critical plant. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply.                        Responsibilities and duties: As the Mechanical Technician you will be responsible for:

• Fault finding and maintaining mechanical assets including boilers, turbines, pumps, valves, compressors, conveyors, gearboxes etc .
• Working in line with maintenance techniques and best practices.
• To ensure compliance with the pressure regulations and lifting gear inspection requirements.
• Involved in continuous improvement activities, plant inspections and fault investigation work.
• Assisting in plant developments and projects.
• Supervising and setting to work on site contractors.
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records on the site CMMS.
• Assist in outage planning, scheduling and coordination.
• To ensure the availability of plant spares.

      Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• A recognised qualification in Mechanical engineering at Level 3 (C&G, ONC, NVQ, SVQ) level or higher; other qualifications below this will be considered with extensive experience
• Ideally qualified with an IOSH or equivalent with an appreciation of workplace Health & Safety including knowledge of Safe Systems of Work, LOTO, Isolations, SOP's, RAMS would also be considered.
• Recognised Mechanical Maintenance Apprenticeship.

      Personal skills The Mechanical Technician would suit someone with:

• At least three years hands on maintenance experience.
• Familiar with Health & Safety Regulations such as LOLER, PUWER & PSSR.
• Hands on experience with a range of equipment including boilers, turbines, pumps, valves, compressors, conveyors, gearboxes etc.
• Practical knowledge of process plant and equipment gained in an industry such as Power Generation, Petrochemical or Oil & Gas etc. Marine Engineers from Merchant Fleet or Royal Navy will be considered.
• Involvement in plant mobilisation and commissioning is desirable but not essential.

      Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Technician role

• Competitive salary
• Bonus Opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Training & professional development
• Opportunity to join a new build Energy from Waste plant

INDPOW  

Astute's Power team are currently recruiting an EC&I Team Leader / Supervisor to join the maintenance department of a large Energy from Waste plant in Kent. This plant can produce up to 45MW of Power by processing up to 550,000 tonnes of waste per year, usually destined for landfill. The EC&I Team Leader will be involved in the planning and coordination of maintenance activities, managing contractors, supervising the workshop activities, and leading a team of EC&I Technicians & Craftsmen. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply.                        Responsibilities and duties: As the EC&I Team Leader you will be responsible for:

• The day to day management of “short term / preventative” maintenance activities to ensure maximum plant availability.
• Assist in the delivery of the overall maintenance & engineering strategy, implementing new maintenance techniques & approaches and management of the EC&I budget.
• Work alongside the Maintenance Planner and Mechanical Team Leader to ensure work is appropriately allocated and delivered in addition to developing the sites CMMS.
• Act as the EC&I lead during planned outages, manage specialist contractors on site
• Ensuring all activities are carried out in a safe manner and in line with company safety policies, safety rules and relevant H&S legislation.
• Act as the sites Authorised / Nominated Person.
• Deputise fo the Maintenance Manager as and when required.

      Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• HNC / ONC or similar Engineering qualified in a relevant EC&I discipline.
• Ideally SAP / Senior Authorised Person for HV activities.
• IOSH / NEBOSH or similar H&S qualification

      Personal skills The EC&I Team Leader would suit someone with:

• Proven supervisory / management experience from an Energy from Waste plant or similar Process Industry such as – Waste to Energy, Biomass, Cogeneration / CHP, CCGT Power Station, Refinery, Pharmaceutical etc.
• Experience in maintaining and working on a variety of instrumentation, electrical and control system equipment (DCS, Siemens PLC, temperature, level, pressure, flow, switch gear, motors, drives, transformers etc).
• Contract management experience
• Experience of maintenance techniques including vibration analysis, laser alignment, thermography, oil analysis etc

      Salary and benefits of EC&I Team Leader role

• Competitive Salary up to £70,000
• Quarterly Bonus
• Overtime
• Pension
• Full company benefits

INDPOW

 

 We are currently recruiting an Enhanced Technician / Senior Operator / Assistant Shift Team Leader /SAP to join the operations department of a large Energy from Waste plant in Kent. The Enhanced Technician will need an adaptable approach and will be responsible for supervising the shift teams ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the plant. The Enhanced Technician will be required, on occasions, to step up to the full Shift Manager role to cover for periods of sickness and holidays. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply. Responsibilities and duties of the Enhanced Technician role Reporting to the Operations Manager you will be responsible for:

• The day-to-day support of the Shift Team, including supervision of Shift Technicians who will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of turbines, boilers, pumps and water treatment plant.
• Acting as the site Senior Authorised Person complying with the sites safe systems of work.
• Ensuring the plant is operating within its parameters whilst complying with strict HSE rules and regulations as well as company policies and procedures.
• Providing technical supervision and assistance where necessary for company and contract staff engaged in work.
• Carrying out return to work discussions with team members returning from periods of absence.
• Working within the Company Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality Systems.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Ideally a relevant technical qualification such as a C&G / NVQ / ONC / HNC in an engineering discipline
• Ideally an IOSH or NEBOSH qualification
• Ideally qualified as a Senior Authorised Person / SAP working with High Voltage electrical equipment

Personal skills The Enhanced Technician role would suit someone who is:

• At least 5 years’ experience in an operational environment on a power station or heavy process facility with steam raising plant e.g. EFW. biomass, coal, utilities etc.
• Ex-Military Engineers with management/leadership experience will also be considered - Navy, REME, RAF, RFA etc
• Experience with Electrical Safety at Work such as HV Switching, Earthing & Isolations

Salary and benefits of the Enhanced Technician role

• Industry competitive salary up to £65,000 per year
• Health Care plan
• Pension matched up to 6%
• Bonus opportunity up to 12%
• Further full company benefits

INDPOW  

 Astute’s Power Team are working with a leading Waste Management company in the UK and are recruiting for a Shift Team Leader to join the Operations Team of a large Energy from Waste plant. As Shift Team Leader you’ll be responsible for managing the day-to-day activities of the shift team and ensure the safe and efficient operation of the Energy from Waste plant. His role I paying up to £74,635 per year plus bonus & benefits. If you’re a Shift Team Leader and are looking to secure your next challenge within the power industry, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Shift Team Leader role Reporting to the Operations Manager you will be responsible for:

• Day to da y management of the Operations Team and the safe and efficient operation of the plant
• ?????????????????????Deputising as Operations Manager to ensure critical decisions are made in a safe and professional manner
• Ensuring the plant is operating within its parameters whilst complying with strict HSE rules and regulations as well as company policies and procedures
• Managing the sites safety systems including the permit to work system and acting as an Authorised Person for the purpose of issuing permits, switching and carrying out isolations (preferably with experience up to 33kv)
• Providing technical supervision and assistance where necessary for company and contract staff engaged in work
• Providing effective training and monitoring of shift staff to ensure personnel are competent to undertake their duties, this includes reviews and personal l Development Plans
• Working on outage planning (and assisting during outages), plant improvement projects and plant optimisation projects
• Working within the Company Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality Systems

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• A relevant technical qualification such as an ONC/HNC/HNC/Degree in an engineering discipline
• IOSH or NEBOSH
• Senior Authorised Persons Status or experience with High Voltage equipment would be advantageous

Personal skills The Shift Team Leader role would suit someone who is:

• At least 5 years’ experience in an operational environment on a power station with Supervisory experience. This could be Energy from Waste, Coal, CCGT, Biomass, CHP or Nuclear.
• Senior Royal Navy Marine Engineers with significant watch-keeping experience will also be considered (Petty Officers/Chief Petty Officers/Warrant Officers)
• Proven leadership skills
• Flexibility to work Shift Patterns including nights and weekends.

  Salary and benefits of the Shift Team Leader role

• ???????Industry competitive salary up to £74,635 per year
• ??????? Health Care plan
• Pension matched up to 6%
• Bonus opportunity up to 12%
• ???????Further full company benefits

INDPOW  

 Astute’s Power Team are working with a leading International Power Generation company who require a Gas Turbine Technical Head to join the Gas Turbine Services Division. As the Gas Turbine Technical Head you will be acting as Technical Authority for all Gas Turbine competencies across the fleet, including assets across the UK, Netherlands, Germany and Sweden. The role includes providing expert input into the Gas Turbine strategy to maximise asset availability and reliability. If you’re a Chartered Mechanical Engineer with extensive Gas Turbine experience, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Gas Turbine Technical Head role Reporting to the Head of Strategic Technical Services, you will be responsible for:

• Deliver expert technical consultancy on gas turbine assets, supporting everything from new-build specifications to ongoing maintenance, inspection, repair, and replacement strategies.
• Prepare and approve detailed technical reports, both for your own work and for reports generated by other teams, ensuring high standards of gas turbine engineering insight.
• Lead the technical development of colleagues through coaching, mentoring, and scheduled competency assessments.
• Review and evaluate third-party proposals for modifications and upgrades, covering both new and retrofit gas turbine installations.
• Offer specialist input into plant enhancement initiatives, including projects focused on flexible operation, rapid start-up capabilities, and damage mitigation.
• Champion the development of innovative and enhanced service offerings for gas turbine plant operations.
• Make informed recommendations on the safe return to service of gas turbine units following the discovery of unexpected deterioration or damage.
• Provide robust technical support in failure investigations and root cause analysis to drive continuous improvement.
• Play an active role in R&D initiatives and the development of forward-thinking concepts in gas turbine technology.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, fostering strong working relationships with both internal stakeholders and external technical experts.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

 

• Chartered membership or equivalent accreditation, of a relevant institution or be a UK/Internationally recognised technical expert
• Degree qualified with a relevant Mechanical Engineering qualification

Personal skills The Gas Turbine Technical Head role would suit someone who has:

• Extensive technical experience in the areas described working with a gas turbine original equipment manufacturer, having a background in gas turbine equipment design and development
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to establish and nurture effective working relationships, internally and externally, with the capability to effectively explain complex technical issues in simple language
• The ability to effectively plan, manage and deliver a portfolio of projects to time, cost and quality, both independently and within a team
• Ability to motivate, challenge, and inspire individuals to deliver high performance; 
• Familiarity with small power generation and aeroderivative gas turbines; 
• Familiarity with equipment and technologies used for inspection and assessment of gas turbines and associated hardware; 
• Experience in performance testing and/or data analysis of gas turbine; 
• Willingness to travel and provide support on site; 

 

Salary and benefits of the Gas Turbine Technical Head role

• Industry competitive salary
• Highly achievable bonus
• Car / Car Allowance
• Extensive benefits package
• Hybrid work pattern

INDPOW  

Electrical Field Service Engineer - Industrial Engineering

Essex & the South East Competitive salary + overtime + van + laptop + phone

 

Introduction…

We are recruiting for an Electrical Field Service Engineer to join a company who provide maintenance solutions and technical support to large process plants including Power Stations, CHP Plants, Petrochemical and Aggregate Production Facilities. The role involves travelling to various sites in the Essex and East London area and providing technical support on the maintenance and overhaul of equipment

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Electrical Field Service Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• The maintenance, repair and overhaul on a variety equipment such as; Motors, Control Panels, Actuators, Transformers, Conveyors and Generators, etc
• Ensuring the maintenance reports and logs are kept up to date
• Ensuring maintenance activities are carried out within defined budgets
• Diagnosing and fault finding of electrical problems
• Ensuring compliance to all health & safety & legal requirements
• Representing the company in a professional manner
• Working as part of a call out rota

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• City & Guilds/ONC/HNC or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or a similar discipline
• CompEx trained would be highly desirable
• Servicing and Maintenance experience within similar heavy process industries such as Power Generation, Steel, Cement Works, Paper Mill etc.
• Experience and knowledge of HV systems would be beneficial

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Competitive Salary
• Overtime
• Company van + mobile + laptop
• Pension
• An opportunity to join a growing organisation

 

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02392 288 286 and ask to speak to Dan Grosvenor who can tell you more. INDPOW